Intern/Graduate Software Engineer

About Partly

Partly is an innovative company with headquarters in Austin, TX and offices in London, Christchurch, and Auckland. This particular role is based in the Christchurch office. Our mission is to create the first global platform for replacement parts, focusing initially on automotive parts, contributing to a sustainable future by enabling anyone to repair anything. Founded by former Rocket Lab engineers, we leverage advanced technology to tackle complex challenges in a $1.9 trillion industry. Over the past year, we have significantly grown and expect to continue expanding. We serve a diverse array of global businesses by providing scalable digital infrastructure for parts cataloging and management.

Role Overview

This part-time position is designed for interns or recent graduates who will join one of our R&D software engineering teams. In this role, you will engage in projects that have real impact for our clients, growing and enhancing your engineering skills. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, testing, and delivering scalable solutions and learning best practices from experienced engineers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• A passion for problem solving and tackling complex challenges.
• Strong foundational software engineering principles.
• Focus on creating scalable, maintainable solutions rather than just applications.
• Experience with personal programming projects undertaken independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and learn autonomously.
• Must be or willing to be based in Christchurch, New Zealand for the duration of employment.

Applicants who may not meet every qualification but show strong potential are encouraged to apply.

Company Benefits

• Fresh, healthy catered lunches every workday in all offices including Christchurch.
• Wellness allowance of $1,500 annually to support physical and mental well-being, usable for activities such as gym memberships, physiotherapy, or family healthcare needs.
• Three months of fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers, plus a flexible phased return-to-work schedule.
• Commuter benefits including paid parking or allowances for traveling to offices or coworking spaces.
• Modern, design-focused office environments equipped with social spaces and nearby high-quality cafes.
• An office-first culture promoting collaboration with flexible scheduling options to accommodate personal priorities.
• Frequent social events, including weekly team gatherings, monthly lunches, quarterly global meetups, and an annual company-wide offsite to foster connection and celebration.

Additional Information

New hires receive onboarding support from their closest office and are invited to attend quarterly "Season Opener" events with travel and accommodation provided. Assistance with relocation expenses to Christchurch is available for candidates who require it.